50% of professionals earn between $79,500 - $96,100 NZD
The median salary is $87,800
The average salary for a Environmental Scientist in New Zealand is NZD 87,800 - NZD 96,100 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 91,950 per year, based on 232 active job listings.
The cities with the most Environmental Scientist job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Christchurch, Hamilton, Wellington, Auckland City. Auckland leads with 96 job openings.
Leading employers for Environmental Scientist roles in New Zealand include Beca, Air New Zealand, WSP In Canada, WSP in Canada.
Explore 232 Environmental Scientist job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.